Plans For Bunk Beds On A Budget. Times are tight nowadays, and if you`re at all handy with tools, you may have considered building some furniture for your family. If you`re thinking of choosing bunk beds as one of those plans, please make sure you take extra time to research the many different specifications and safety features needed in a bunk bed. You may think it`s cheaper to build it yourself; it may not necessarily be so.

Is the bed sturdy? When assembled, it should not wobble. If you are looking at a bed in a store, shake it to see if it is sturdy. When you assemble the bed at home, check again before letting your children sleep in it. Screws and nuts should be tightened on a regular schedule to prevent loosening. Compare the weight of the bed as heavier beds are usually sturdier and wobble less.

What is the bed made of? Solid wood, metal, or a combination of the two is best. Avoid particle board like the plague. Hardwoods, such as birch, cedar, and maple, are best. If your choice is a metal frame, select one that is made of a heavier metal like steel and with a larger diameter of tubing.